QuickBooks Desktop continues to be one of the most popular accounting software for small businesses. With its latest 2024 release, Intuit has added some powerful new features and capabilities that users will appreciate. Let's explore what's new and exciting in QuickBooks Desktop 2024.
A Fresh New Look
The user interface has been completely revamped in QuickBooks Desktop 2024. It now has a more modern, intuitive and responsive design. Key pages like the Home Page, Insight Tab, Customer Center and transaction screens have been redesigned for better usability. Everything feels more streamlined with frequently used functions easily accessible.
Smarter Search
The enhanced search functionality in QuickBooks Desktop 2024 makes it much easier to find information. As you type in the search bar, you get instant results filtered by categories like Transactions, Customers, Products etc. You can quickly jump between results. Search is now faster and covers both your local data as well as online QuickBooks content.
Boosted Speed
QuickBooks Desktop 2024 is optimized for speed across the board. Opening files, navigating between screens, downloading bank transactions - everyday tasks are now up to 40% faster. Creating and managing transactions like invoices is more efficient with handy shortcuts and autofill suggestions.
More Robust Reporting
Reporting has been upgraded with some great new features. You can now build reports using pre-built templates for common report types. Customizing reports is easier with flexible filtering and formatting options. Exporting reports as Excel, PDF or email attachments takes just a click.
Enhanced Payroll Management
The payroll module in QuickBooks 2024 Desktop has been expanded with several enhancements. You can now manage payroll for unlimited employees across multiple companies and locations. New features like support for multiple payroll schedules, automated tax payments and payroll groups streamline payroll workflows.
Inventory Made Easy
Managing inventory is now much smoother thanks to the improved inventory tracking in QuickBooks Desktop 2024. You get more control with multiple costing methods, automated purchase order generation and better reporting on inventory status. Managing inventory items is easier with batch editing capabilities.
Anytime, Anywhere Access
QuickBooks Desktop 2024 introduces Cloud Sync - a capability that lets you securely sync your desktop data with the QuickBooks Online mobile app. This means you can access key QuickBooks data like invoices, transactions, customers etc. on-the-go from your smartphone.
Tight Integrations
Integrations between QuickBooks 2024 Desktop and Microsoft applications like Excel, Outlook and Word have been taken to the next level. For instance, Excel reports can auto-sync with QuickBooks data while Outlook becomes seamless for sending invoices and other documents.
With its fresh new look, smarter workflows and robust feature set, QuickBooks Desktop 2024 is an exciting upgrade for small businesses. It delivers enhancements focused on greater speed, productivity and ease-of-use.
